Ng Almanac 2020

Author : National Geographic Kids
Publisher : National Geographic Kids
ISBN 13 : 1426332815
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.14/5 ( download)

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Author : National Geographic Kids
Publisher : National Geographic Kids
ISBN 13 : 1426336713
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book National Geographic Kids written by National Geographic Kids and published by National Geographic Kids. This book was released on 2020 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides the latest information on a wide rage of topics, including animals, culture, geography, the environments, history, and science.

Author : National Geographic
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 1426220529
Total Pages : 404 pages
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Author : National Geographic Kids
Publisher : National Geographic Kids
ISBN 13 : 9781426372025
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.27/5 ( download)

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Download or read book National Geographic Kids Almanac 2022 written by National Geographic Kids and published by National Geographic Kids. This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides the latest information on a wide range of topics, including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science.

Author : National Geographic
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 1426219814
Total Pages : 404 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book National Geographic Almanac 2019 written by National Geographic and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-18 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides the latest information in exploration, geology, astronomy, biology, medicine, and world views.

Author : National Geographic
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781426221552
Total Pages : 0 pages
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Download or read book National Geographic Almanac 2021 written by National Geographic and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential annual for the 21st century, this high-energy almanac is packed with facts, photos, infographics, time lines, and maps--the perfect stocking stuffer and book to browse all year long. A guide to the world like no other, this vivid and comprehensive book offers the best of National Geographic and more: science, nature, history, world cultures, geography, and the environment, illustrated with amazing photography, fascinating infographics, and maps created by expert cartographers. Highlights this year include a sneak preview of the James Webb telescope, due to launch in 2021; an in-depth look at the global factors influencing immigration around the world; a brand-new wildflower guide; a guided tour of the most interesting moons of our solar system; a beautiful infographic on how jellyfish eat; and a feature on lithium, the fascinating mineral central to the work of this year's Nobel prizewinner in chemistry. Beginning with top trending topics of 2021, including a special focus on biodiversity, the book is divided into lively chapters including Exploration & Adventure, This Planet & Beyond, Life on Earth, and The Science of Us. Recurring features include highlights from NG explorers, favorite photos from National Geographic's celebrated Instagram account, and Quizmaster trivia questions for each chapter. Geniuses of past and present highlighted this year include Jane Goodall, Amelia Earhart, and acclaimed conservationist Kris Tompkins, dedicated to preserving most of Chile's Patagonia. With new discoveries on every page, this cutting-edge book--called a "category buster" by Booklist--brings you, as Publishers Weekly puts it, "all the things that National Geographic does best."

Author : CARA. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC. SANTA MARIA
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781426220531
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.37/5 ( download)

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Download or read book National Geographic Almanac 2020 written by CARA. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC. SANTA MARIA and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-19 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The latest dynamic annual for the 21st century, featuring high-energy pages packed with facts, photos, infographics, time lines, and maps that capture today's world. Perfect for ages 12 to 112. An almanac like no other, this book offers everything you need to know about the world in 2020--from science and nature to history, world cultures, and the environment. Filled with exquisite National Geographic photography, informative infographics, illustrated time lines, and maps created by expert cartographers, this striking new edition will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day with practical tips for improving your own sustainability habits. The book begins with trending topics across science, technology, and culture, then moves into fascinating chapters including Exploration & Adventure, This Planet & Beyond, Life on Earth, and The Science of Us. Recurring features include highlights from NG explorers, the best photos from National Geographic's Instagram, and a Quizmaster trivia feature. With new discoveries on every page, this cutting-edge book brings you the world, no matter what your age.

Author : National Geographic Kids
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 1426327722
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book National Geographic Kids Almanac 2018 written by National Geographic Kids and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2017-04-24 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains facts, photographs, and maps that provide readers with information on animals, cultures, famous landmarks, science, the future, and many other topics.

Author : Sarah Janssen
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1510761403
Total Pages : 3363 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2021 written by Sarah Janssen and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-12-15 with total page 3363 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: business, the arts and pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, sports, and so much more. The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for school, library, business, and home. The 2021 edition of The World Almanac reviews the biggest events of 2020 and will be your go-to source for questions on any topic in the upcoming year. Praised as a “treasure trove of political, economic, scientific and educational statistics and information” by The Wall Street Journal, The World Almanac and Book of Facts will answer all of your trivia needs effortlessly. Features include: 2020 Election Results: The World Almanac provides a comprehensive look at the entire 2020 election process, from the roller coaster of the early primaries to state and county presidential voting results and coverage of House, Senate, and gubernatorial races. 2020 Coronavirus Pandemic: A special section provides up-to-the-minute information about the world’s largest public health crisis in at least a century, providing information on what scientists know about the virus so far—and what still needs to be learned—along with an update on vaccine progress, statistical data and graphics, and useful practical measures for readers. World Almanac Editors' Picks: Memorable Summer Olympic Moments: The World Almanac took a look back at past editions of the Olympic Summer Games to create a highlight reel of memorable moments to tide sports fans over until Tokyo in 2021. 2020—Top 10 News Topics: The editors of The World Almanac list the top stories that held the world's attention in 2020. 2020—Year in Sports: Hundreds of pages of trivia and statistics that are essential for any sports fan, featuring complete coverage of the sports world’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a preview of the Olympic Games in Tokyo, and much more. 2020—Year in Pictures: Striking full-color images from around the world in 2020, covering news, entertainment, science, and sports. 2020—Offbeat News Stories: The World Almanac editors found some of the strangest news stories of the year. World Almanac Editors' Picks: Time Capsule: The World Almanac lists the items that most came to symbolize the year 2020, from news and sports to pop culture. The World at a Glance: This annual feature of The World Almanac provides a quick look at the surprising stats and curious facts that define the changing world. Statistical Spotlight: This annual feature highlights statistics relevant to the biggest stories of the year. These data provide context to give readers a fresh perspective on important issues. Other New Highlights: Newly available statistics on how the COVID-19 pandemic and widespread shutdowns have affected businesses, air quality, employment, education, families’ living situations and access to food, and much more.

Author : Rosie Hatch
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1625110561
Total Pages : 1631 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Texas Almanac 2020-2021 written by Rosie Hatch and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2020-08-06 with total page 1631 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 70th edition in this long-running reference guide is filled to the brim with maps, statistics, full-color photographs, and fascinating information. You’ll buy a piece of Texas history in every Texas Almanac in your collection. Our features this year include: Everyone knows Texas is a big state, but we continue to grow, sometimes in unexpected ways. Learn more about population growth, shifts, and trends, and where we might be by 2050 in this feature, written by Steve H. Murdock, Ph.D., a former director of the U.S. Census Bureau and currently a professor at Rice University and Director of the Hobby Center for the Study of Texas, and Michael Cline, Ph.D., former Associate Director of the Hobby Center for the Study of Texas. A new entry in our series on Texas immigrants focuses on Asian Indians. From facing early anti-Asian immigration bans to becoming the fourth largest concentration of Asian Indians in the United States, Indian Texans have helped shape the state’s economy, public policy and cultural landscape. Learn about this rich immigration history and how the influence of Asian Indians can be felt across Texas. This feature is written by Ayshea Khan, Asian American Community Archivist at the Austin History Center. The entire book is revised with the latest information for every edition, including the 254 county maps and our population estimates for every Texas town. Chapters include: • Environment: Learn about the geology of Texas, as well as in-depth information about plants, wildlife, rivers, and lakes. • Weather: Highs and lows of the previous two years, plus a list of destructive weather dating from 1766. Also, a look at how our state has recovered since Hurricane Harvey. • Astronomical Calendar: Find the moon phases, sunrise and sunset times, moonrise and moonset times, and any eclipses and meteor showers expected for 2020 and 2021. • Recreation: The places to go visit in Texas, with details on state and national parks, landmarks, and wildlife refuges. • Sports: The results of championship games for sports in Texas, from high school through professional, and a list of all Texas Olympic medalists and the past ten years of Texas Sports Hall of Fame inductees. • Counties: An expansive section featuring detailed county maps, locator maps, and profiles of Texas’ 254 counties. • Population: Figures and the latest estimates from the State Data Center, plus an analysis of what has changed in the past 5-10 years and a comprehensive list of the population of Texas cities and towns. • Elections: Results and maps from the 2018 General Election and information on voter turnout. • Government: Historical documents and lists of governmental officials dating from our time under Spanish rule to today, as well as a recap of the 86th Legislative Session, information about state boards commissions, and lists of state, county, and local officials. • Culture and the Arts: Find museums, competitions and award winners, and cultural and artistic highlights from the past few years, along with maps and data about the variety of religious groups in Texas. • Business, Agriculture, and Transportation: Information about all aspects of our rich economy, and how we’ve faired as a state in the past few years, packed with tables about employment, prices, taxes, and more in a wide variety of industries. • And much more…